20 Unique Hotels in Japan

Aerbin Sports Park is a huge sports accommodation facility, once owned by a Japanese private school.

Forest Village is an outdoor complex located in the middle of a beautiful spacious park.

The open-air ”flying stone bath” is made from a large stone that has been hollowed out and has a great location with a panoramic view of Mount Kintokiyama and Mount Sounzan. The ”rolling stone bath” in the annex surrounded by trees is also popular. Western style home cooking can be enjoyed at dinner.

A luxurious glamping facility, 'THE W Relax Garden Resort,' located in Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture, surrounded by abundant nature, with an exclusive one-group-per-day policy, 11 beds, and full private use. Indulge in a private garden of approximately 1200㎡, where you can spend special moments with your family, friends, or beloved pets without worrying about your surroundings. Experience ultimate relaxation in Japan's first fusion space of brick-built wood-fired sauna and bedrock bath.Enjoy the charm of an exceptional BBQ experience, grilling on a wood-fired grill also used in Michelin-starred restaurants. The natural grass field of approximately 600㎡ (also available as a dog run), and the splash pond are perfect for water play. The accommodation is equipped with luxurious Simmons beds, ensuring a comfortable sleep surrounded by nature. Relish an extraordinary experience away from daily life in this adult hideaway that treasures 'nature,' 'healing,' and 'private spaces.'

Although there is no large communal bath, all rooms are equipped with a bath and toilet, and during winter, there's double heating with floor heating and ceramic heaters that are gentle on the body. The view from the guest rooms is one of the selling points. The dining room with its high ceiling and open space remains cool even in summer, making air conditioning unnecessary. Meals are European course cuisine directly taught by a hotel chef friend, and many repeat customers visit specifically for the food. This is our pride.

This is a luxury glamping facility with trailer houses overlooking the sea.You can enjoy BBQ made with locally sourced ingredients.

It has an atmosphere of resort cottages in the Mediterranean. They serve a Mediterranean-style course dinner (reservations required). If the weather is fine, you can have breakfast on the terrace. Check-out is at 11:00, giving you more time to relax.

7 minutes on foot from Kamogawa Sea World. The long-favored local restaurant 'Shokujidokoro Shibayama' has opened a villa just 1 minute away. Nearby are a major private hospital, hotels, and Kamogawa Sea World. A modern Japanese-style building with a spacious garden and wide veranda. Inside, the rooms are spacious and stylish, comparable to hotel standards. A wooden deck is set in the center of the garden, where you can enjoy stargazing around a bonfire. You can have a BBQ, perfect for couples or girls' gatherings. Families with children can enjoy water play and fireworks in the summer. Chat and take a coffee break while gazing at the garden from your room.Step out onto the veranda and take a nap in the hammock. It's a studio apartment, but on the second floor, there's a loft with tatami flooring where a double futon is provided. For meals, you can prepare food from nearby supermarkets or convenience stores, or dine at Shibayama restaurant. For BBQ, if you contact us in advance, we can prepare a set using local ingredients. We also offer rental of equipment only. A villa operated by a locally rooted restaurant. Backyard of Kamogawa Private Villa. We look forward to your reservation.

The foothills of Mount Yufu, with rice fields stretching out before you and a forest behind.A pastoral world enveloped in the chirping of birds and the rustling of leaves. Meals enjoyed in the refreshing air of Tsukahara Plateau, blessed with such surroundings, have an exceptional taste. Essential camping equipment, as well as meals, are provided in advance. The grandeur of Mount Yufu visible from Tsukahara Plateau's natural setting, and at night, a sky full of stars.You can easily immerse yourself in the magnificent nature of the plateau.

Muribushi no Yado Kafu is a traditional Okinawan house over 60 years old located in the northern Yanbaru area of Okinawa Prefecture, which is rented out as a whole. Without making unnecessary alterations, we have carefully renovated areas like the bathroom and toilet to ensure they are clean and comfortable for your stay. Muribushi PLUS is a glamping facility located 500 meters uphill from Kafu, allowing you to fully enjoy the nature of Yanbaru. To provide an authentic camping experience, you will stay in proper tents rather than cottages. Despite being tents, they are equipped with air conditioning (hot and cold), refrigerators, and each tent has its own private shower room and toilet. With complimentary rentals like American BBQ grills and more, you can bring your own ingredients and enjoy a casual outdoor experience.

A breathtaking hotel where the sea and sky merge! All rooms are cave-style, ocean-view, with a white-based theme. Each room comes with either a heated pool or an open-air bath.

A prime location just a 1-minute walk from Aharen Beach. You can spend a leisurely and luxurious time enjoying the slow island life or have a blast with ocean activities at Aharen Beach—it's entirely up to you. At night, listen to the sound of the waves and enjoy a romantic moment under a star-filled sky.

This is a glamping facility located in Mori Town, Shizuoka Prefecture.There are 19 dome tents and 3 camping trailers. The rooms include options such as (1 double bed in a camping trailer glamping) and (2 double, 3 double, 4 single beds in dome tents).Every night, a campfire event is held, where you can relax while gazing at the flames.Next to the campfire area, you can enjoy fireworks all year round.(Available for purchase at the front desk for 400 yen) Relax and unwind in the forest.

Address: 〒894-1521 122 Shimizu, Setouchi-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima Prefecture TEL: 0997-76-3901 FAX: 0997-76-3902 Access: 100 minutes by car from Amami Airport, 60 minutes by car from Naze New Port Parking: Available, 5 spaces, free Check-in: 15:00 (Latest check-in: 21:00) Check-out: 11:00 Total rooms: 6 Facility Information Lounge, non-smoking rooms, self-service coin laundry corner (free), outdoor pool, wake-up call, courier service Room Equipment and Amenities TV, internet connection (wireless LAN), electric kettle, hair dryer, comb, brush, humidifier, individual air conditioning, toilet with bidet, body soap, shampoo, rinse, conditioner, towels, bath towels *Amenities are not provided in the guest rooms. For those who wish to have the following four amenities: toothbrush set, razor, slippers, and cup, please inform the reception staff at check-in.

From the seven-suite villas with private pools, you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the Miyako Blue ocean and the lush tropical nature right in front of you.In the minimally designed guest rooms, meticulously refined down to the finest details and adorned with subtropical plants nurtured in the warm climate, you can bask in the sunlight streaming through and enjoy a stay that lets you feel close to nature.At the restaurant, we offer Ryukyu innovative cuisine crafted with Okinawan ingredients using French kappo techniques, inspired by the grandeur of nature such as the Miyako Blue seas, the shining sun, and coral reefs.Indulge in a relaxing moment in harmony with the great nature of Miyako Island.

All rooms are standalone.There are a total of five buildings for all rooms.

A great location, just a 5-minute walk to Kujuukuri-hama Beach. You can spend a leisurely time surrounded by vegetable and herb gardens with the scent of the salty sea and herbs.

'SAUNA&VILLA Takibi' in Makkari Village, Hokkaido, is an accommodation facility where you can enjoy a sauna and nature in a tranquil space at the foot of Mount Yotei. Each cabin is equipped with a Finnish-style sauna featuring a wood stove, allowing guests to perform 'löyly' at their preferred time and work up a good sweat.After the sauna, you can relax and enjoy an outdoor air bath while feeling the fresh air.At night, you can gather around a campfire and spend a leisurely evening. The accommodation cabins are compact yet designed for comfortable living, and large windows offer views of Mount Yotei.The distance from surrounding buildings ensures a carefree and private stay, which is another attractive feature. Each cabin is also equipped with a private toilet (with a bidet function) and a unit bath with a bathtub, offering a comfortable private space. Spending time in a quiet location, listening to the crackling sound of firewood and the flow of the wind, is an exceptional experience.It's the perfect place for those who want to escape daily life and slowly enjoy both the sauna and nature.

They are proud to provide a rental open-air bath with a view on the top floor. You can enjoy playing golf, playing tennis, or night fishing after dinner if you book in advance. There are several workshops such as glasswork. There is a yacht cottage available for only one group (pets allowed).

We are a small inn run by our family.Located in a corner of the Fujimi Highland Pension Village at the foot of the Yatsugatake Mountains.